Get Set for The X Factor: Celebrity!

This year, The X Factor is back but not as we know it… Well-known faces with dreams of becoming superstar singers will be fighting for the chance to be crowned The X Factor 2019 Champion in The X Factor: Celebrity.

This brand-new take on UK’s most talked about music talent show will make its debut on Blue Ant Entertainment same day as the UK on Sunday, 13 October, 7:55 PM (6:55 PM JKT/BKK) and will feature some of the biggest names from the world of music, film, sport, television and social media.

The celebrity hopefuls will be leaving their comfort zones at the door as they battle it out in LA to make it through the first stage and all the way to the live shows in London to ultimately win a life-changing record deal.

Filipino Boyband JBK Out Of The X Factor UK, Judge Nicole Scherzinger Walks Out

JBK, a trio composed of Joshua Bulot, Bryan del Rosario, and Kim Lawrenz Ordonio, is the first Filipino boyband who made it to the show.

During their room auditions, the judges were all impressed not only with their vocals but also with their dedication flying all the way from the Philippines.

The boyband’s cheesy rendition of “I’ll Make Love To You” was well received by the audience and the judges, especially when the high notes were hit on spot.

Alisah Bonaobra Finally Secures Spot On The Six Chair Challenge Of The X Factor UK

The X Factor UK journey continues for Alisah Bonaobra as she secured a spot in the Six Chair Challenge in the Girls category to be mentored by judge Sharon Osbourne in today’s episode of the show.

Alisah walked on stage in her red evening gown and performed a classic Celine Dion hit “All By Myself”, that drove the crowd, other contestants, and judges Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh on their feet.

Filipino-Australian Singer Elysa V Moves To Individual Bootcamp Audition On The X Factor UK

Elysa V was the only rose among the thorns during the group bootcamp performance at the Sunday’s episode of The X Factor UK. Along with three guys El’Tee, Brad Howard and Sam Black, the group started with the song Locked out of Heaven by Bruno Mars.

Not long after the performance, Simon Cowell raised his hand and made them stop. “This is not working, this is a bad song,” he said. “I’ll tell you what we’re gonna do. We’re gonna judge this acapella,” he added.

When Sam Black struggled to continue with the song, judge Nicole Scherzinger encouraged the group to help him out, and Elysa took the lead in the part of the chorus.

Two More Filipino Acts Impress Judges On The X Factor UK

JBK, boyband from the Philippines, and Filipina-Australian singer Elysa V., took their shot at The X Factor UK and raised the Filipino spirit and flag yet again.

JBK performed Sam Smith’s Lay Me Down, a song well-loved by the judges. Their 24- hour flight paid off as they got 4 yeses from the judges in the 4th episode of the show today.

The X Factor UK: Pinoy Talents Who Wowed Even The Likes Of Simon Cowell

An X Factor UK judge as uncompromising as Simon Cowell may be very difficult to please, but even the reality television icon will admit that many of the Filipinos who’ve joined his contest are talented beyond doubt.

No matter where they go, Filipinos leave an indelible mark on the music scene. The X Factor UK has proven this yet again with Filipino contestants who have shown a deep passion for music, as well as undeniable prowess in singing. Here we list down remarkable Filipino acts and how they’ve won audiences worldwide on top of Simon Cowell's attantion. 

Ivy Grace Paredes

Powerhouse Ivy Grace Paredes had mesmerized The X Factor UK judges since her heart-stopping audition. The songstress eventually earned herself a seat in Season 13’s Six Chair Challenge following a deafening standing ovation for her rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing,” before her unexpected withdrawal due to visa issues. In Cowell’s words: “Is it the most original thing we’ve ever heard? No. Is it exciting? Yes! Should you be in a chair? Yes!”

4th Impact

First introduced as 4th Power, Cercado sisters Almira, Irene, Mylene, and Celina became the most anticipated act of The X Factor Live Tour 2017, despite finishing Season 12 in fifth place. Their secret? To sum up the girls’ polished choreographs and jaw-dropping vocals, Cowell remarked the following after the quartet performed Christina Aguilera’s “Show Me How You Burlesque” for the Six Chair Challenge: “I am thrilled that you’ve chosen this show, this country, to compete in, and I think the British public are going to fall in love with you.”

Seann Miley Moore

Seann Miley Moore might have been eliminated early on in Season 12, but the Filipino-British talent nevertheless captivated judges and audiences alike with his sultry voice, as well as his fearless sense of style. After Moore sang Queen’s “The Show Must Go On” on his audition, Cowell could only say: “I always, always wanted to find an artist on this show that you can’t compare with anybody else, who’s got originality. And most importantly, you’ve got to remember somebody.”

New and exciting musical acts are coming to TV this September as The X Factor UK returns with Season 14. Catch the season premiere on Sunday, September 3 at 10:30AM with primetime encore at 9:00PM, same day as the UK, first and exclusive on RTL CBS Entertainment.

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